SM-2 missile explodes during live firing

A SM-2 Block IIIA anti-air missile exploded while it was fired from USS The Sullivans in the Atlantic Ocean on Jul. 18.

Photos: U.S. Navy

Debris from the failed missile started a small fire in the stern of the warship.

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